Small-Town Festivals Worth the Drive — Only at Cedar Creek Lake
The Festivals Locals Love—And Visitors Wish They Knew About
Festivals here aren’t about big crowds or fancy tickets; they’re about chili cook-offs, pumpkin patches, live bands, and traditions that locals wait all year for.
Can’t-Miss Festivals Around the Lake, 2025
Cooler air, cozy nights, and small-town streets that come alive every weekend—fall has officially arrived at Cedar Creek Lake.
Triple N Ranch Winery is bringing a full day of Texas flavor to the vineyard. Sip award-winning wines, shop unique vendors, enjoy picnic-style meals and artisan pizzas, and soak up live music from start to finish—including Barefoot Nation: The Ultimate Kenny Chesney Tribute Band.
And don’t miss the Longhorn Run down Longhorn Lane—a one-of-a-kind Texas moment you’ll want on video.
📍 When & Where
October 25, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Triple N Ranch Winery & Vineyard
🥂 Kick up your heels for a cause!
Join us for the 2nd Annual Boots & Bubbles, Eustace’s biggest night of food, fun, and fundraising!
This high-energy evening features DJ tunes by Two Danes Production, mouthwatering BBQ from Slap N Good BBQ, a 50/50 raffle, and exciting live & silent auctions.
✨ It’s the perfect night to mingle, dance, and support a great cause.
🎟️ Tickets & Sponsorships:
Grab your spot here → zeffy.com/ticketing/boots-and-bubbles--2025
Promised Land Annual Fall Festival
✨ Come celebrate the beauty of fall with us!
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening filled with fun, laughter, and fellowship. Enjoy games and prizes for all ages, sip on some hot cocoa, and relax under the stars with a cozy blanket and a great movie.
It’s free, family-friendly, and a perfect way to spend a fall evening together—see you there!
🦃 Run now, gobble later! Join the 28th Annual Turkey Trot in Athens, TX this Thanksgiving morning (Nov. 27, 2025) at the YMCA Cain Center.
Enjoy a 5K or Fun Run with friends, family, and even your pets — all while supporting Hope Springs Water.
👉 Register here: runsignup.com/Race/TX/Athens/TurkeyTrotAthens
🎃Fall Fun at Yesterland Farm
📍 Canton
Get ready for pumpkins, sunflowers, fireworks, and a full lineup of fall attractions at Yesterland Farm in Canton!
Their beloved Fall Festival features a giant pumpkin patch, You-Pick sunflower and zinnia fields, amazement rides, pig races, and a sprawling corn maze—with a spooky twist after dark.
On Friday and Saturday nights, stay for Spooktacular Nights and a dazzling fireworks show under the stars.
It’s the perfect mix of classic fall fun and family-friendly thrills!
Step into the warmth and wonder of the season as the Cedar Creek Garden Club proudly presents its annual Cedars & Cinnamon Home Tour!
Explore beautifully decorated homes around our community, each one filled with festive charm, creative design, and holiday inspiration.
Candy Cane Trail @ The Eight at Tool Park
🎄 Experience the Magic of the Season at the Candy Cane Trail! 🎅
Come join us at The 8 at Tool Park for an evening of holiday cheer and community fun! Stroll through our Candy Cane Trail, explore unique vendors, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season with live music, joyful carolers, and a lighted bike parade that’s sure to delight all ages.
✨ Plus, don’t miss our bike giveaways every hour, festive treats, and fun surprises around every corner! Bring your friends, your family, and your holiday spirit—it’s a night full of laughter, lights, and lasting memories.
🎁 Admission: Free
🍬 Get ready for a night of lights, music, and holiday magic!
The Hard Candy Christmas Parade & Festival kicks off December 13th at 6:30 PM — find all the details at cantonmainstreet.org.
🎄✨Christmas Magic at Yesterland Farm
📍 Canton
Celebrate the season at Yesterland Farm’s Christmas Carnival, where holiday magic comes to life day and night! Play in real snow at the Snow Play Area, glide down the Snow Tubing Hill, and visit Animal Town for some furry fun.
As night falls, the Christmas Light Experience transforms the farm with wagon rides, a twinkling train ride, and festive photo ops. Don’t miss a visit with Santa or the chance to pick out a fresh Christmas tree to take home!
Local Tips You Won’t Find on TripAdvisor
Want to enjoy these festivals like a local? These tips come from years of showing up early, talking to vendors, and knowing where the shade hits just right.
Bring cash. Many vendors are locals and accept cash—it’s quicker and often appreciated.
Come hungry. From fried pies and brisket tacos to peach cobbler and craft horchata, you’ll find flavors that don’t make it to food blogs.
Don’t skip the side streets. Some of the best booths and friendliest vendors are just off the main path.
Talk to the people behind the tables. You’ll get stories, recipes, local recs—and probably a bag full of unexpected goodies.
Bring your dog. Many of these festivals are pet-friendly, and your pup will love the energy (and the attention).
🐾 Check out our Dog Lover’s Guide to Cedar Creek Lake ›
Make It a Full Lake Day
Don’t just come for the festival—make it a full experience.
🌅 Start with a paddle. Launch spots ›
🍳 Grab brunch or lunch. 🔗 Fig’s Backyard or The Whistlestop are local favorites
🛍️ Stroll a market. 🔗 Mabank Farmers Market is a great pre-event warmup
🍷 Unwind with music or a drink. 🔗 Cedar Creek Brewery or Triple N Ranch Winery
Bookmark It, Share It, Make It Yours
These events aren’t about crowds or clout—they’re about connection. A day well spent. A new memory made. And Cedar Creek Lake has plenty of both. Whether you're bringing the kids, your partner, or your fur-baby, you'll leave feeling like part of the community.
